We want you to be future ready
By going to school, you are giving yourself the best chance of a successful future and the job or career you want.
Need to know
- In Tasmania, young people are required by law to stay in education and training until they turn 18 years of age or meet a leaving requirement
- There are now more options available for young people to design the future they want.
- This may include:
- There are also options to get the guidance you need to make the best decision for YOUR future.
It’s important that you are job-ready when you finish school.
School is the best place to help equip you with the skills and tools needed for the future. By going to school, you are giving yourself the best chance of a successful future and the job or career you want.
Did you know?
In Tasmania, young people are required by law to stay in education and training until you turn 18 years of age or meet a leaving requirement.
What is a leaving requirement?
After Year 10, you can choose any of the following education or training options:
1
Completing Year 11 and 12 (this may include an Australian school-based apprenticeship);
2
A full-time Vocational Education Training (VET) program at TasTAFE or other Registered Training Organisation;
3
An apprenticeship or traineeship with an employer;
4
A combination of these options, if the provider(s) allow.
Need help? Talk to your school, email years9to12learning@education.tas.gov.au or visit careerify.tas.gov.au.
Young people with full-time employment (or other specific circumstances) need to apply for an exemption to leave education and training early.
Options and pathways for students
The good news is that young people now have more options and pathways available to them than ever before.
Get the information you need to find the right pathway for you:
What if I’m not sure what my pathway is?
- Talk to your school – they’re here to help. Start the conversation with your teacher.
- Careerify – help to make career decisions.
- Course guide – choose the perfect program of learning for Years 11 and 12
